DICAPRYLYL ETHER- ▸ Skin care: Emollient providing smooth, light spreading
- ▸ Personal care: Solvent and carrier in leave-on products
- ▸ Color cosmetics: Spreading and texture modifier
- ▸ Cleansing: Co-solvent in oil-based cleansers
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Request SDS →Dicaprylyl ether (CAS 629-82-3) is a symmetric dialkyl ether of caprylic (octyl) alcohol. It is used as an emollient and solvent in cosmetic and personal-care formulations.
Regulatory & registration requirements
- TSCA (US):
- REACH (EU):
- EC number: 211-112-6
Source: EPA TSCA Inventory (July 2025 release) · ECHA CHEM — retrieved 2026-07-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What is dicaprylyl ether?
Dicaprylyl ether (CAS 629-82-3, formula C16H34O) is a symmetric dialkyl ether of caprylic (octyl) alcohol. It is used as an emollient and solvent in cosmetic and personal-care formulations.
What is another name for dicaprylyl ether?
It is also referred to as dioctyl ether or di-n-octyl ether, reflecting its two octyl (caprylic) chains. For procurement, specify CAS 629-82-3 to avoid synonym ambiguity.
What is dicaprylyl ether used for in formulations?
It is used as an emollient that provides smooth, light spreading, as a solvent and carrier in leave-on products, as a texture modifier in color cosmetics, and as a co-solvent in oil-based cleansers.
What is the CAS number and HS code for dicaprylyl ether?
Dicaprylyl ether is CAS 629-82-3, formula C16H34O, in the aliphatic solvents family. HS code 2909.19 (acyclic ethers and their derivatives: other).
What is the cost of bulk dicaprylyl ether?
Bulk pricing depends on grade, packaging, volume, and destination. Request a quote with your target quantity and ship-to location; a CoA and SDS accompany each shipment.
What is the REACH and TSCA regulatory status of Dicaprylyl Ether?
Dicaprylyl Ether (CAS 629-82-3) is subject to U.S. TSCA Inventory requirements; supplying it into the EU requires valid REACH registration ((EC) No 1907/2006). RawSource cannot verify a third-party supplier's registrations — buyers should require documented TSCA and REACH compliance for their jurisdiction and volume (EC 211-112-6).